Dubois County Community Foundation Grant

The Dubois County Community Foundation invites applications from effective and results-driven nonprofit organizations that are dedicated to building a healthy and thriving community. The foundation emphasizes the importance of dignity and empowerment in service delivery and encourages applications from any 501(c)(3) nonprofit or other qualified tax-exempt organization. The grant program supports charitable initiatives that align with the foundation’s commitment to impactful philanthropy and community change. The grant process begins with the submission of a Letter of Intent (LOI). Once reviewed, selected applicants will be invited to complete a full Grant Application. The foundation offers multiple grant cycles throughout the year to increase flexibility and responsiveness. Applicants may submit LOIs for consideration during any of the six grant cycles, which take place in January, March, May, July, September, and November. Each cycle follows a clear timeline: the LOI is due by the 15th of the month prior to the application month, applications are submitted by the 1st of the cycle month, and award notifications are issued by the end of that same month. The foundation encourages early engagement and conversation before submitting a request. Nonprofits are invited to connect with the Director of Grantmaking to discuss alignment and potential partnership. Kevin Smith, the foundation’s Director of Grantmaking, serves as the primary contact and is available to assist prospective applicants in understanding the process and refining their proposals. The foundation prioritizes streamlined and efficient application procedures, and resources are available to guide organizations through the submission steps. Grants are awarded to organizations that demonstrate measurable outcomes, community responsiveness, and strategic approaches to problem-solving. Although specific award amounts and funding priorities are not disclosed in the guidance materials, the foundation appears to focus on general community wellbeing, empowering service models, and collaborative solutions. The application guidance emphasizes clear articulation of community impact and the importance of understanding community needs. While no specific funding ceilings or required matching amounts are described, the presence of six grant cycles per year suggests that the foundation provides frequent opportunities for funding across a range of initiatives. The foundation’s willingness to support a broad range of nonprofits and its emphasis on dignified and effective community building signal its flexible and inclusive funding philosophy. Interested organizations are directed to register and submit materials through the foundation’s online system. For questions or further assistance, nonprofits may contact Kevin Smith directly at kevin@dccommunityfoundation.org or by phone at 812-482-5295. The foundation underscores the value of partnership and encourages open communication throughout the grant process.

Engage with the foundation in advance, schedule a conversation with the Grant Director, and use the guidance document to understand expectations.